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Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and furnished patio

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The magical feeling of Highmark
Adventure is, literally, right outside your front door.
Trout fishing out the front door
Early morning frost in April

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Needles Highway
  • Place, 1880 Train
  • Place, Sylvan Lake
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!

To see short video of the property: Search YouTube Vrbo#1291113

This newly constructed walkout apartment is just a few feet from the enchanting sounds and solitude of Spring Creek. Huge front windows provide great light and visibility of the creek, willows, scenic bridge, pine trees and surrounding mountains. It does not seem like you are on a lower level. Good internet and cell service is available. Very open floor plan in the round makes for great family space accented by the natural pinewood bar and autumn gold slate gas fireplace. Located three miles south of charming Hill City, guests are only a short stroll from the Mickelson Trail, 15 minutes from Mount Rushmore and Sylvan Lake, 10 minutes from Custer, 30 minutes from Rapid City, and less than one hour from Deadwood and the winter sports areas near Lead.

This is a spacious fully furnished walkout apartment with huge windows and a large private patio where the gurgling brook, meadow, and scenic pines invite exploration. Deer, turkeys, and chipmunks are frequent visitors. The creek has catchable rainbow trout.

This circular shaped structure is a "Mandala" kit home and fits into this alpine hillside beautifully. The cozy furnishings and natural Black Hills slate gas fireplace will help you relax after a day enjoying the historic sites and unforgettable adventures which abound in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
The master bedroom has a comfortable queen bed and a direct opening to the patio. The second bedroom also has an excellent queen size bed.

The activities available are beyond description but some of our favorites include:
Biking and hiking on the Mickelson Trail
Eating at the Alpine Inn in Hill City, Skogen Kitchen in Custer.
Hiking to the top of Black Elk Peak (tallest peak between the Rockies and the Alps)
Fishing
Historic sites galore- Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Deadwood, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave, Badlands National Park, Pine Ridge and Wounded Knee, The Open Cut at Homestake Gold Mine in Lead, etc.
Swimming at Sheridan, Sylvan, Pactola Lakes, Cascade Falls, Hippy Hole, Angostura Reservoir
Devil's Tower
1880 Train
Black Hills Geologic Institute
Lost Cabin Brewery
Centennial Hiking Trail
Picnics anywhere
Wine on the patio and watch the sunset
Look for satellites in the incredibly bejeweled starry heavens
Exploring the art galleries
The wildflowers
Horseback trail rides
Chuckwagon rides and suppers
Rock climbing with Sylvan Rocks
And the list goes on...

We would love to share our prized piece of these amazing Black Hills!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Use life jackets for small kids near creek.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be respectful of the neighbors across the creek. Quiet time from 10PM-7AM. Adult supervision of children around the creek at all times!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and 1880 Train are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Needles Highway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 1880 Train - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 15 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Water Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Needles Highway and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Custer State Park and Black Elk Peak are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rofina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This is a perfect location for the family. We had a fantastic stay here. Location close to mt rushmore, crazy horse memorial and many other fun places. Will definitely stay here again when next we visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent location

The property grounds were beautiful, and the location was perfect for our Black Hills vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here 7 years ago as well, and it was just as wonderful this time as it was then. Very clean and comfortable! So close to everything we wanted to do in the Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GreT place to stay. Centrally located to what we wanted to do.

I would definitely stay here again and will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anup S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place !

Great place to stay. Clean. Great management.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We loved the proximity Hideaway was to all the things on our list to see and do. We could leave out early in the morning and explore, come back for a nap, and then go out again. Hideaway was very peaceful at night. We enjoyed sitting outside and listening to birds and watching wildlife. We saw deer, a groundhog, rabbits, birds, and a chipmunk. The manager responded to questions and this place was exactly as advertised. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

It was perfect for spending a couple days with my adult daughter. We hiked up to the castle creek dam (Deerfield lake) and fished our way back down to the trailhead Location was ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emili U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay!

This was the perfect spot for my family. Kids enjoyed the creek and we ate meals outside. Layout was perfect. Furniture was comfortable. Kitchen and bathroom had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Hills Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean and had everything we needed including a well-stocked kitchen. Great location - convenient to Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park. I would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

Perfect spot to stay in black hills. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S., Athens, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible rental on a beautiful piece of property in a great location

Our family stayed in the lower level and it was very nice and exceptionally clean. Beautiful views surround the property. We saw deer each morning on the property. The location is very VERY convenient to Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, The Wildlife Loop, Hill City & Custer. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lynne D.

We spent two nights during our trip to South Dakota. It was a great location to get to the Mickelson Trail, Custer and Custer State Park. We enjoyed the town of Hill City. Nice private property and excellent communication with management.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hill City Area Comfort & Convenience!

Terrific cabin close to all area attractions and yet NOT surrounded by all the Black Hills visiting tourists! Safe and private with terrific views, small wildlife & a fabulous little stream right outside!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darin B.

Great Experience

We stayed for two nights in October. The property is very clean and well maintained. It is the right distance from town and the major highway. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place

Great place enjoyed the stay Just one complaint you show a tv in pictures and not mention there is no reception for tv Otherwise it was a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

snow stay

very nice place - suggestion that there is a second useable access seemed less than accurate.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Casey S., Piedmont, OK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Black Hills Cabin

We had a great time. Highmark is a great little cabin for our family. We got to see almost all that the Black Hills have to offer and it’s location is perfect. We saw Mount Rushmore and Needles Highway, Devils Tower and the Badlands. The only thing we missed out on was the Jewel Cave because of some flooding.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Our family stayed in the cabin during our recent trip to South Dakota. The house was tidy and met the needs of our group. My son loved the lovely creek that runs through the property and it was nice that a trail had been mowed through the grass near it so that we could walk and enjoy the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michelson tail trip

Everything was wonderful, however,the water looked and tasted strange.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F., Southfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place in a Great location!

Right in the center of the Black Hills, this place was a perfect starting point for us to explore the area. Drinking wine while listing to the creek in the evenings is a definite plus. Communication with Jeannie was perfect. The bonus recommendation of a completely unexpected, truly exceptional restaurant was one of the highlights of our trip. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Comfortable and Convenient

The property is centrally located with quick access to many Black Hills attractions with a grocery and restaurants within minutes. The house is very clean and the kitchen came well stocked with tools as well as various sundries like spices, oils, coffee filters, etc. Beds and furniture were comfortable. The creek on the property provided easy hours of fun for our kids to explore and fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic S.

Great centrally located quiet setting!

We were pleasantly surprised by the setting where Highmark resides. There is a lovely tranquil creek running through the front of the property and a grass area for the kids to play and wind down after a day of sightseeing. We saw deer across from the stream each morning. The house is new and inviting! Ample room for our family of 4 to eat, relax and sleep. The owner is very nice and excited to have us enjoy the property he worked so hard to create! We recommend Highmark as a place to stay on your next vacation to the Black Hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and comfortable

The property was very convenient and 10 min from both Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Also very close to Custer State Park. The unit was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook. The unit is close to the highway but we didn't really hear any of the road traffic and it was quite easy to access. The one downside is that it is a lower unit so we could hear people in the unit above us moving around in the living room but the bedrooms were quiet. The owner and the property manager were VERY responsive and quick to answer any questions. Overall this was a great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, conveniently located, and the host truly lived up to their Superhost status. Great stay overall!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The owner was kind and was easy to communicate with. The property was clean. The downside to this property is how close it is to the highway and the noise of the cars. Additionally, there was someone staying upstairs and we could hear every footstep. This made sleeping past 7am difficult and didn't make it feel very private. I hate leaving a negative review. Our stay just wasn't as relaxed and comfortable because of these issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jeannie Marr- Manager

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Having grown up in the southern Black Hills (Edgemont), I have looked for years for a vacation home location closer to my roots. When this undeveloped piece of land on the banks of Spring Creek became available, I jumped at the opportunity to build my dream retreat in the Hills. I selected a Mandala kit home (see mandala.com) as the structure to build as it fit beautifully on the upslope adjacent to the creek. My plan has always been to make a separate apartment space on the lower level that I could offer as a vacation rental so I might be able to offset the expenses of this second home. My wife and I have four lovely daughters all of whom are out of the nest. We all enjoy the outdoors and traveling. We have used B&B's, AirBnbs, and VRBO's ourselves many times and embrace this mode of lodging as much more engaging and better value than a generic, boring hotel room. We are excited that you are considering a visit to the Black Hills. Highmark is centrally located to easily access most of the popular parks, monuments, and attractions. After the day's activities Highmark offers a beautifully secluded creekside location to unwind and absorb the sounds, smells, and sights of our cherished locale.

Why they chose this property

This is close to nearly everything most people love about the Hills. At the end of the day, a great place to relax and recharge.

What makes this property unique

This is the only Mandala Home in the Black Hills. Its unique round shape allows an interesting open floor plan where the family can converse, eat, play, and reconnect. The natural materials of wood and slate create a comfortable and cozy environment. There is a large flagstone patio with a picnic table and chairs from which you can enjoy morning coffee and the musical sounds of Spring Creek.

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